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Description

Figure depicting the goddess Tawaret with a hippopotamus head, pendulous breasts, a vaguely pregnant abdomen, long and straight human hair, and a raised band of chevrons on her back representing the back of a crocodile. The figure is painted blue.

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Condition

poor

Accession Number

2189/0106

Cultural Context

Used to protect children from evil forces.

Iconographic Meaning

Tarawet represents the divine muse and protector of children.

Description

Figure depicting the goddess Tawaret with a hippopotamus head, pendulous breasts, a vaguely pregnant abdomen, long and straight human hair, and a raised band of chevrons on her back representing the back of a crocodile. The figure is painted blue.